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Asylum for Criminal Lunatics, Broadmoor, Sandhurst, Berkshire (engraving)
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Asylum for Criminal Lunatics, Broadmoor, Sandhurst, Berkshire (engraving)
1620772 Asylum for Criminal Lunatics, Broadmoor, Sandhurst, Berkshire (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Asylum for Criminal Lunatics, Broadmoor, Sandhurst, Berkshire. Illustration for The Illustrated London News, 24 August 1867.
English School (19th Century)); Look and Learn / Illustrated Papers Collection
Media ID 23087556
© Look and Learn / Illustrated Papers Collection / Bridgeman Images
Asylum Berkshire Hospitals Prisons Sandhurst Broadmoor
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This engraving transports us back to the 19th century, offering a glimpse into the eerie world of the Asylum for Criminal Lunatics in Broadmoor, Sandhurst, Berkshire. The intricate details of this architectural masterpiece are brought to life through the skilled handiwork of an English School artist. The image showcases the imposing structure that housed individuals deemed criminally insane during a time when mental health treatment was still in its infancy. Its grandeur is juxtaposed with a sense of foreboding, as if it holds secrets within its walls. As we delve deeper into this haunting scene, we can't help but wonder about the stories concealed behind those barred windows. What tormented souls resided here? What unspeakable acts were committed by those deemed "criminal lunatics"? Through this engraving, we are reminded of society's complex relationship with mental illness and crime throughout history. It serves as a stark reminder that even in times past, efforts were made to provide specialized care for those who suffered from both criminal tendencies and mental instability. This print from Fine Art Finder allows us to contemplate not only the architecture itself but also the lives impacted by these institutions. It invites us to reflect on how far our understanding and treatment of mental health has come since then while acknowledging that there is still much progress to be made.
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